Economic Development Finance Program Coordinator - State Program Administrator Coordinator

Working Title : Economic Development Finance Program Coordinator

Job Class : State Program Administrator, Coordinator

Agency : Department of Employment and Economic Development

Job ID : 91653

Location : St. Paul

Telework Eligible : Yes, may be eligible for some telework.

Full / Part Time : Full-Time

Regular / Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 02 / 04 / 2026.

Date Posted : 01 / 29 / 2026

Closing Date : 02 / 11 / 2026

Hiring Agency / Seniority Unit : Department of Employment and Economic Development / MAPE

Division / Unit : Business Community Development Business Finance

Work Shift / Work Hours : Day Shift, 8 : 00AM to 4 : 30PM

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : Yes, up to 5% of the time

Salary Range : $37.26 - $55.42 / hourly; $77,798 - $115,716 / annually

Job Class Option : Economic Development

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit / Union : 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities () : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position provides advanced professional leadership in the administration of major economic development financing programs and serves as the agency's primary coordinator for the statewide activities of the Minnesota Agricultural and Economic Development Board (MAEDB).

The incumbent manages structurally complex, politically sensitive, and high-value business subsidy programs-including the Minnesota Forward Fund and 21st Century Fund-and ensures these programs operate in alignment with statutory requirements, agency priorities, and sound financial practices. The incumbent is responsible for evaluating project proposals, structuring multi-layered financing packages, negotiating directly with businesses, and advising senior leadership on strategies that balance economic impact with financial and legal risk.

The incumbent prepares and ensures the accuracy of public documents such as program guidelines, annual reports, legislative materials, fiscal notes, budget requests, and financing agreements. This work requires a dual focus on education and enforcement, including providing technical assistance to communities and businesses, monitoring compliance with state and federal requirements, and implementing corrective actions when necessary.

The position also provides specialized compliance expertise to the Office of Business Finance, advising managers and program staff on statutory interpretation, regulatory requirements, and risk mitigation. This work requires strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate complex financial, statutory, and programmatic concepts to diverse audiences. The incumbent operates with significant independence and is accountable for the accuracy, completeness, and legal sufficiency of all program and Board-related documents.

This position is telework () eligible. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.

This position requires occasional travel for client and project monitoring throughout the state a few times a month.

This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Four (4) years

• of professional experience in economic development, public finance, commercial lending, government program administration, or a related field as determined by the agency.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, Public Policy or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute for one (1) year of experience; master's degree substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience.

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following :

Experience interpreting and applying state or federal statutes, rules, regulations, or program requirements.

Experience coordinating economic development projects or programs involving multiple stakeholders, agencies, or partners.

Experience supporting or staffing boards, commissions, or high-level decision-making bodies, including preparing agendas, briefing materials, and public documents.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience administering or structuring public-sector financing tools, such as loans, grants, tax incentives, conduit bonds, or other business subsidy programs.

Experience preparing formal documents such as reports, program guidelines, contracts, legal agreements, or legislative materials.

Experience analyzing financial statements, collateral structures, assessing project feasibility, and evaluating financial and legal risk.

Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components :

Criminal Background Check

Employment Records Check (current and former State employees only)

Employment Reference Check

Conflict of Interest Review

Driver's License and Records Check

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer / educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.